Resolve Network Printer Not Showing In Windows 10 and 11

 When setting up a connection with an HP printer, it's common to find the printer not showing on the network. The problem also occurs when you use a wireless printing device that you are linked to. Even though many users use the 123.hp.com/setup platform to set their printer and establish the connection, they still find the network printer not showing up in their Windows 11 or 10 operating system. The issue can arise because your printers are not paired well with the current network or you haven't added them to the Devices and Printers section. Irrespective of the cause, you can fix this inability to find your printer on the network.


Troubleshoot Network Printer Not Appearing in Windows 11 and 10


There are many workarounds to this problem. But before implementing them, it would be wise to restart your Windows system and your printer. Additionally, to fix minor network connectivity issues, you can simply restart your modem and router. 

 

  1. Inspect your network connection 


When HP printers aren't paired with the network, you'll usually find them not showing up in Windows 11 and 10. Here's what you can do.

 

  • Type 'cmd' in the search bar. Then hit Enter. Now, tap the 'Command Prompt' option. 

  • Go to Search and locate the IP address on the tag related to your printer. 

  • Next, input 'ping.' Then, given some space and type the IP address. Hit Enter.

  • Now your system will start finding if your printer is linked to the network or not. If it isn't, go through your printer manual to see the right way of linking the printer to the network. 

 

  1. Turn on the print spooler service.


A failed printer spooler service will cause your network printer to not show in Windows 11 and 10. You can enable the printer spooler service through these steps. 

  • Open the Run dialog box. Then type in 'services.msc'. Then, hit Enter. 

  • You'll see a list of services. Locate the print spooler service and tap on it.

  • Next, a pop-up box will appear. Go to the 'Start' button and tap it. 

  • Now, hit 'OK' to enable the print spooler service. 

 

  1. Update the drivers in Windows


You can find the correct driver for your printer by going to the 123.hp.com website. It's essential to download the most recent drivers to benefit from enhanced performance and security. Download your printer driver from the download section of the official manufacturer's website. Save the file to your system's hard drive and run it to install it on your system.

 

  1. Add your printer to Devices and Printers. 


You won't be able to find your network printer if you haven't added it to the 'Devices and Printers' section. Follow these points to add it there. 

 

  • Navigate to the 'Control Panel.'

  • Click on 'Hardware and Sound.'

  • Now, tap 'Devices and Printers.'

  • Go to 'Add Printer.' 

  • Choose your printing device and click 'Next.'

  • Tap the radio button that says 'Select a shared printer by name.'

  • Now type your printer's name and hit 'Next.'

  • Your printer will be added and will show up.

 

Final Thoughts


It's easy to resolve the printer not showing problem in Windows 10 and 11 with the aid of these easy measures. To find more information about the setup and drivers, visit 123.hp/setup platform. You can also seek the help of expert printer technical support services.

 

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